News
Aug 14, 2025
The Johanna Quarter – the workplace of the future in Fredstan
The Johanna block is nearing completion. Here, Hufvudstaden is developing modern and flexible spaces for offices, shops, and restaurants in direct connection to the vibrant city life of Gothenburg.
Sep 17, 2024
EGON Restaurant has opened at Harry Hjörne's Place!
The Norwegian restaurant chain EGON has now opened its doors in Gothenburg. With a focus on a relaxed atmosphere and a menu full of classics, EGON aims to provide the people of Gothenburg a place to enjoy. The restaurant, located at Harry Hjörnes Plats, has already become a popular meeting place for both lunch and dinner.
Sep 11, 2024
ARKIVETopens in Fredstan!
ARKIVET is a concept for Modern Second Hand. With a high level of fashion and a strong focus on the in-store experience, ARKIVET aims to make it easy and inspiring for customers to shop for fashion and circulate their wardrobe in a more sustainable way. The concept is simple: leave in what you no longer use but would consider buying.
Mar 26, 2024
Lost in Tokyo, Master Kebab and Pho Kim have opened in Fredstan.
The Fredstan area has become even more versatile with the opening of three exciting restaurants. Now visitors and residents can enjoy flavorful dishes from Master Kebab, Pho Kim, and Lost in Tokyo.
Mar 26, 2024
Renovation of the Arcade's facade
Currently, there is a comprehensive facade renovation of the Arkaden along Fredsgatan and Drottninggatan.
Mar 22, 2024
Flower Bar has opened in the Arcade
The friendliest flower shop in town has opened in the Arcade.
Mar 20, 2024
Sephora opens flagship store in the Arcade
On June 7, the international beauty chain Sephora will open a new store in Arkaden in Fredstan, Gothenburg. The store will be twice the size of the current one on Kungsgatan. The new location signifies a move and expansion from Kungsgatan to Fredsgatan.
Mar 20, 2024
CAIA Cosmetics opens in NK
We are delighted to announce that CAIA Cosmetics is coming to NK Gothenburg. Starting June 1st, a permanent space on the Ground Floor will open, marking CAIA's first physical store in the city. We warmly welcome you to NK Gothenburg this summer to discover CAIA's range.
Mar 18, 2024
Takeaway restaurant, gym, and coworking are ready for Kvarteret Johanna
The Johanna Quarter in Gothenburg will offer three important service concepts when the project is completed in early 2026. Stureplansgruppen will operate a rooftop restaurant with a view of the city, Nordic Wellness will offer a gym, and Hufvudstaden will run coworking through its own concept, Cecil.
Mar 15, 2024
The archive opens a store in Fredstan
The popular second-hand retailer, Arkivet, will open a new store at Kungsgatan 65 in Gothenburg this fall. This store will be the fifth in Sweden and the second in Gothenburg.
Mar 11, 2024
The Johanna quarter is emerging
The area around Brunnsparken and Kvarteret Johanna is one of Gothenburg's most visited hubs, with a rich history as a meeting place.